Eyes on New Hampshire: Giuliani On The Patriot Act

"... Welcome to Bush III, just with a different last name. Has the candidate forgotten the official (since 1945) motto of New Hampshire? Reminder: it's Live Free or Die. ... His position is in stark contrast to that of Libertarian Republican candidate Ron Paul, whose political rhetoric more closely matches that New Englander stay-out-of-my-business philosophy ..."

Yes, of course that's me in the comments... };->

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How to make sense of the Ron Paul revolution

"... Ron Paul may lose next year's battle -- though not without a memorable fight -- but the laissez-faire agitators he has helped energize will find themselves at the leading edge of American politics and culture for years to come."

Precisely. Ask any Free Stater. And Vive La Revolution! Wow. Just... wow...

Musical gifts: Real or fake music?

With the holidays fast approaching, I'd offer that this is a great question to ponder (didja see the "South Park" episode? Heh-heh-heh...). Dispel any unfair pre- and misconceptions you may harbor, settle in, get laid back, and have a listen to some Jake or James or the UOGB or some slightly more casual players around NYC, or some of the more local scene around Boston, and then consider a good homeschooled music education (although ukes are huge in Canadian and British public schools), regardless of the student's age.

And can you imagine the peaceful "Free State 'Ukulele Orchestra" on the NH State House steps, or at Murphy's, or outside the Manchester Post Office on tax day, or..., maybe with a kazoo chorus? "Don't be afraid. We're a threat only to your mind..." Hey, I wouldn't leave ya hangin'. Some resources here. Aloha, dude. };->

Ron Paul Christmas Lights Sign

Ron Paul 2x4 yard sign: Free from campaign HQ
Hardware and strapping: Pennies
LED Christmas lights: ~$40
Ron Paul Christmas Sign: Priceless
Just sendin' it out there...
(Oh, yeah, and it's portable. Look for it in a pickup truck bed near you... };-> )

American Daily Distorts Truth About Ron Paul

Another fine retort to JB Williams' hit piece on the good doctor. And here's possibly the most salient point to consider, IMHO. One that's continuously missed or ignored when it comes to referencing Dondero's virulent, off-the-rails RP rantings. One that really seems ought to result in charges, or something...

"Williams fails to mention (or doesn't bother to mention) that his main source, Eric Dondero, is challenging for Paul's seat in the upcoming Congressional Republican primary in Paul's Texas district in 2008 and therefore has a politically motivated reason for going negative on Paul. Can you say, 'hidden agenda'?"

But then, how can anyone who considers -- or even accepts as a nominally intellectually debatable proposition -- that "Benito" Giuliani (merely "America's Janitor" on 9/11, but now "World Police" aspirant -- not completely unlike the career path of his former driver, now that I think of it...) is the libertarian's best principled choice be taken even remotely seriously, anyway...?

Re: Why the Ron Paul Campaign is Dangerous

An analysis of and rebuttal to the flailing JB Williams hit piece on GOP presidential candidate, Rep. Dr. Ron Paul; from the tech community.

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Ron Paul distortions and smears

This story is absolutely beautiful. However, the author's presumption that although "outright distortions and smears are ... completely misleading and, in another respect, outright false ... in both cases, I assume the error is unintentional," is not a presumption I'm remotely prepared to grant. The intellectually deft legislative tactic described therein is employed by Dr. Paul often and, I believe, always fully explained.

The most disturbing take-away here is that the attack is repeatedly used with virtual impunity (generally by individuals who, far more often than not, have arguably far greater -- and more powerful -- enemies to be concerned with than the good doctor -- assuming their politics are as advertised, of course -- and really no excuse for not being fully cognizant of that). Somebody has to be that intentionally dishonest, and/or that intentionally ignorant, after all: those repeatedly telling the lies, or those repeatedly accepting them as accurately representative. (This piece hit a particularly raw nerve this morning as I've seen "disgusting" examples -- a barrage, in fact -- on a local list in just the past 24 hrs. Yes, I expect you to do your own research if you're that curious... };-> )

"Understanding the NH Constitution"

With NH Liberty Alliance Political Director, NH Rep. Dan Itse, in 3 parts.
Presented by the NH Liberty Alliance on 11/10/07.

To obtain a CD of the document referenced at the beginning of Part 1, "The People's Liberty," contact Rep Itse. Voluntary contributions toward his scholarly efforts are greatly appreciated.

Part 1 (~0:50)


Part 2 (~0:50)


Part 3 (~1:10)

The Next Ron Paul Money Bomb

Ron Paul Tea Party 2007, 12/16/07, in commemoration of the Boston Tea Party. Very sweet video...

A NH State House Morning with the NHLA

The NH Liberty Alliance is the premier nonpartisan liberty advocacy organization on the NH political scene. This is my first attempt at documenting a slice of the activities of this still young, but very committed and increasingly influential group. (Yes, I'm an active member. How 'bout you...?) This video is from an NHLA activist training session, including observing what's known as a House Committee Executive Session, so there's no public testimony. Just silent but (as you can tell by one comment by the Committee Chair) effective watchdogging.

Now for the content. Arbitrarily and conveniently enough for them, there are currently only 2 state-recognized political parties in NH. This morning's Executive Session delayed (yes, perhaps for arguably valid concerns, but why is election law such a mess in the first place?) putting us one step closer to opening that process up to more political philosophies. Hell, the Iraqis had the equivalent of something like 120 parties on their ballot -- seriously! Is the average NH citizen really that much denser than the average Iraqi? Are you? It's certainly not over yet: upon committee construction of the promised tightened bill, the full House gets their shot at it. Contact your Representatives, and ask them to pass whatever the Election Law Committee should come up with to replace HB48. Tell them you don't need paternalistic government protection from "too much choice!"]